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Jay Northingtonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Mechanical Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Machine Design
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Jay Northington is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University, affiliated with the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences. He joined Clemson in August 2021. His professional experience includes engineering roles at Westinghouse Electric Corporation, Siemens Westinghouse Power Corporation, and the United States Air Force, alongside project management and engineering management expertise. Education: Master of Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University (2002) Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University (1989) Research interests focus on applied mechanical engineering domains such as machine design, structural vibration analysis, aircraft loads, and product design. His industry experience bridges academic teaching with practical engineering challenges in aerospace and mechanical systems. No specific awards or grants are listed, though his industry contributions reflect technical proficiency. He currently occupies office 240 in the Fluor Daniel Building and can be reached via email at jnorthi@clemson.edu.

• Composite Materials
• Aerospace Engineering
• Structural Mechanics
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Dr. Stefan Stefan Dancila is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington. He holds a PhD from Georgia Institute of Technology (1998) and has over 19 years of academic experience, complemented by 24 years in industry. His research focuses on composite materials, smart structures, and aerospace technologies, including inflatable structures and airship systems. Dr. Dancila has authored 14 refereed publications and holds four U.S. patents. Education: PhD, Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1998) MS, Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (1992) MS, Aeronautical Engineering, Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest (1986) Research interests include theoretical and experimental mechanics of materials, ultra-high temperature testing, thermal protection systems, and aerodynamic flow control. His work spans rotorcraft, wind energy, and hybrid-electric aircraft technologies. Grants and Service: Active on the Advisory Board for the Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence (2023–present) Contributed to projects like the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Consortium (2014–2017) Consulted on aerospace engineering challenges, including compressor blade analysis (2018–2024) Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary research groups focused on multifunctional composite structures and aerospace innovation.

• Structural Integrity
• Composite Materials
• Fracture Mechanics
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Dr. Shiyao Lin is an Assistant Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington and member of the Institute for Predictive Performance Methodologies. He holds a PhD from University of Michigan and BS/MS from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, with prior industry experience at Intel and postdoctoral research at University of Michigan. His lab (LIRAM) investigates structural integrity challenges across multiple scales, including progressive failure in composites, semiconductor reliability, bio-inspired 3D printed materials, and impact damage. Research employs experimental characterization, computational modeling, and data-driven approaches to enhance material performance and reliability. Recent grants include DURIP funding for composite damage characterization systems ($183K, AFOSR) and a UTA seed grant for biomimetic composites ($12K). Awards: Rising STARs award (2023), AIAA Structures Paper Awards (2020, 2021), ASC Scholarship (2020), NSF Travel Grant (2024).

Xin Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Composite Materials
• Multiscale Modeling
• Machine Learning
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Dr. Xin Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington and a member of the Institute for Predictive Performance Methodologies at the UTA Research Institute. He holds a PhD in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University. His research develops computational methods at the intersection of: Multiscale modeling of composite materials Machine learning for materials design Additive manufacturing simulation Lattice metamaterials Finite element analysis Dr. Liu's recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate consistent innovation in neural network-enhanced modeling, with applications to composite design optimization, additive manufacturing certification, and lattice metamaterial development. Recurrent technical themes include multiscale homogenization techniques, point cloud representation learning, and industry-focused software tool development. He currently advises multiple graduate students and maintains active research funding from NASA, DoD, and industry partners. Dr. Liu teaches courses in engineering statics and aerospace structures while serving as dissertation committee chair for several doctoral candidates.

• Composite Materials
• Structural Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
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Andrew V Makeev is a Professor and Jenkins Garrett Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). He directs the Advanced Materials and Structures Lab (AMSL), a world-class facility for composite materials research. Prior to UTA, he served as Assistant Professor at Georgia Tech and Principal Engineer at Delta Air Lines. His work bridges theoretical and experimental research in composite materials, structural diagnostics, and predictive manufacturing, funded by US Army, Navy, Air Force, NASA, and industry leaders like Boeing and Sikorsky. Education: PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Tech (1997) MS in Aerospace Engineering, University of Cincinnati (1993) BS in Aerospace Engineering, Bauman Moscow State Technical University (1991) Research focuses on composite materials, advanced manufacturing, and structural integrity. Key themes include: Integration of design/manufacturing for composite performance Material characterization via X-ray CT and Digital Image Correlation (DIC) Fatigue prognosis and damage tolerance analysis Additive manufacturing of fiber-reinforced polymers Lightning strike protection and thermal systems Publications span 2016-2025, emphasizing computational models for composite damage, DIC data-driven methods, and predictive tools for void/wrinkle analysis. His work has been featured in Aerospace America , Composites World , and peer-reviewed journals. Honors include 7 Best Paper Awards, the Cheeseman Award (European Rotorcraft Forum), and grants exceeding $10M from federal and industry sponsors. He mentors students and postdocs in composite mechanics, serves on NSF panels, and leads the Vertical Lift Consortium's Advanced Materials Technology program.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Structural Design Optimization
• Aerospace Engineering
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Robert M. Taylor is a Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington, specializing in additive manufacturing and structural design optimization. He holds an Associate Fellowship with the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and chairs the AIAA Structures Technical Committee. Taylor has over 25 years of experience, including 12 years in aerospace industry structural analysis (Lockheed Martin, Raytheon) and 7 years in academia. Education: PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics, Purdue University (2000) MS in Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University (1997) BS in Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University (1996) Research Interests: Process-informed structural design for additive manufacturing Mechanical property enhancement of 3D-printed materials Aerodynamic and aeroelastic testing of 3D-printed models Design optimization for principal aerospace structures Grants & Awards: $1.2M+ in research funding (2018–2024) from AFOSR, ONR, and industry partners 2022 Non-Tenure Track Teaching Excellence Award 2021 College of Engineering Teaching Award Advising & Mentorship: Guided over 30 graduate students since 2015 across doctoral and master’s programs Co-founder and organizer of the annual 3D Printed Aircraft Competition

Han-Gyu Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Composite Materials
• Hypersonic Vehicles
• Structural Dynamics
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Han-Gyu Kim is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Mississippi State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Washington and B.S. from Yonsei University. His research develops multi-scale models for hypersonic aircraft structures, collaborating with NASA Glenn Research Center, Air Force Research Laboratory, and the Advanced Composites Institute. Kim's research focuses on composite materials for extreme environments, structural dynamics, damage progression modeling, and nondestructive evaluation. Current projects include characterization of composite material properties for NASA's LS-DYNA models, development of damage models for stitched composites, and carbon composite rotors for electric motors. He established the Aerostructures for Hypersonic Flight Research Lab (AHFRL) where he mentors graduate and undergraduate researchers. He teaches courses in Elasticity, Composite Materials, Structural Dynamics, and Fracture Mechanics. Kim received Faculty of the Year awards in 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 from his department in recognition of his teaching and research contributions.

Shreyas Narsipurمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Applied Aerodynamics
• Aeroacoustics
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
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Shreyas Narsipur is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Mississippi State University's Bagley College of Engineering. He directs the Applied Aerodynamics & Aeroacoustics Research Group, focusing on propeller-wing interactions, UAV aerodynamics, and unsteady flow control. Research bridges computational fluid dynamics, wind tunnel experimentation, and flight testing to advance low-Reynolds number aerodynamics. Current projects include NSF/NASA-funded work on distributed electric propulsion and aerodynamic sensing. Recent publications examine vortex dynamics, acoustic flow control, and off-board measurement techniques for UAVs. Articles demonstrate methodical validation across simulation, wind tunnel, and motion capture systems. Honors include NSF STTR and NASA RID awards for propulsion innovations. He chairs the AIAA Applied Aerodynamics Technical Committee (2026-2028) and serves as Undergraduate Coordinator. Doctoral candidates investigate propeller acoustics, adverse weather aerodynamics, and flow control under his supervision. Laboratory capabilities include low-turbulence wind tunnels, anechoic chambers, and motion capture systems.

• Public Financial Management
• Public Budgeting
• Transportation Policy
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Dr. John R Bartle is a Professor in the Department of Public Administration at the University of Nebraska Omaha's College of Business Administration. He is also President-Elect of the American Society of Public Administration (ASPA) and an elected Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA), serving as Treasurer of the Academy. His research focuses on public financial policy, budgeting, transportation finance, and state/local governance, with over 70 articles and four authored/edited books. Dr. Bartle’s research interests include equity in public budgeting, transportation finance, and sustainable development. He explores how fiscal policies intersect with governance structures, emphasizing Nebraska’s unique political culture and its implications for state and local decision-making. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in public administration, addressing topics like gender-responsive budgeting and infrastructure financing. His recent publications highlight themes in political culture, tax policy, unicameral legislatures, and the Nebraska judiciary. He has contributed to debates on social equity and fiscal reforms in U.S. governance. Beyond academia, his service roles reflect leadership in professional organizations. Awards: Elected Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) President-Elect of the American Society of Public Administration (ASPA) In advising and grants, he has led the NASA EPSCoR Nebraska Preparation Grant (2000) focusing on the Small Aircraft Transportation System (SATS). His involvement in policy briefs, such as the Nebraska Legislative Planning Committee’s 2012 Report, underscores his commitment to practical governance solutions. He is affiliated with the Center for Collaboration Science at UNO, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects that advance public administration practices.

Ned Tobinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Erosion of materials by liquid impact
• Rain erosion mitigation
• UAV-based inspection and defect detection
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Ned Tobin is a Lecturer in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at South East Technological University, within the Faculty of Engineering. He teaches at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervises research students at Masters and PhD levels. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy and industry innovation. Education: BEng in Aeronautical Engineering, University of Limerick (2005) PhD in Engineering (Evaluation and Correlation of Rain-eroded Aircraft Coatings Using Surface Topography), University of Limerick (2015) Research focuses on erosion mechanics, materials durability, and UAV-based inspection technologies. Key projects include mitigating erosion damage on wind turbine blades and developing sol-gel coatings for fouling prevention. Recent work emphasizes droplet impact analysis and deep learning for aircraft defect detection. Awards : SETU Research Excellence Awards Nominee: Supervisor Award (2022, 2023) Advising and grants: Active in supervising student research and leading the SOLOblade project (2024–2027) focused on nanomaterials for wind energy systems. Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects combining fluid dynamics, materials science, and aerospace engineering. Labs/Teams: Involved in the Department’s wind energy and advanced materials research groups, contributing to test facilities for erosion testing and UAV-based inspection systems.

Michel van Toorenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Design Automation
• Knowledge Based Engineering
• Composite Structures
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Dr. Michel van Tooren is Research Faculty in Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Carolina's Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing. He holds a PhD from TU-Delft and specializes in design automation, knowledge-based engineering, and aerospace systems. His research encompasses: Knowledge-based engineering frameworks for complex systems Aerodynamic optimization of aircraft components Composite structures and alternative aircraft concepts Mechatronic system design and control software Experimental aerodynamics validation techniques Publications demonstrate consistent focus on integrating computational methods with engineering design, particularly for aerospace applications. Recent work includes aerodynamic measurement instrumentation development and morphing wing optimization frameworks.

Hossein Haj-Haririمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Mechanics
• Theoretical Applied Mechanics
• Fluid Mechanics
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Hossein Haj-Hariri is the Dean of the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing at the University of South Carolina (since 2016) and holds the title of USC Educational Foundation Distinguished Professor. Previously, he spent 27 years at the University of Virginia, serving as Chair of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (2005–2015) and co-Director of the K-12 Engineering Design Laboratory. He earned his Ph.D., S.M., and S.B. in Mechanical and Civil Engineering from MIT. His research focuses on computational and theoretical applied mechanics, including fluid mechanics of swimming, thermal management systems, and interfacial phenomena. He has secured over $30M in research funding, published over 100 papers, and holds patents in thermal management and carbon-fiber composites. Key areas of expertise include aero-acoustics, hydrodynamic stability, and fluid-structure interactions. Education: S.B. in Civil Engineering, MIT S.M. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Applied Mechanics), MIT His work bridges fundamental science and applied engineering, with recent emphasis on biomimetic robotics (e.g., manta ray-inspired designs) and high-heat-flux thermal systems. He has mentored over 35 researchers and 50+ undergraduates. Awards: USC Educational Foundation Distinguished Professor Grants and leadership: Spearheaded strategic initiatives to advance engineering education and research at USC. His lab collaborations include projects on microfluidics, flow control, and sustainable energy systems. Current initiatives focus on transforming healthcare through engineering innovation, advanced manufacturing, and smart infrastructure.

Matthew Gardnerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electric Powertrains
• Electric Machines
• Power Electronics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew Gardner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), affiliated with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. He joined UTD in August 2020 after earning his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University (2019) and a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Baylor University (2014). His research focuses on electric powertrains, particularly the design, control, and diagnostics of electric machines, drives, and magnetic gears, with applications in aerospace (e.g., electric aircraft), renewable energy systems (e.g., wind turbines), and high-torque industrial systems. His work emphasizes innovation in materials, manufacturing, and computational techniques to address challenges in high-power-density systems. Key areas include magnetic gear optimization, fault-tolerant motor design, and thermal management strategies. He leads the Electric Powertrains Laboratory, where research spans magnetic gear systems, multiphase winding configurations, and advanced motor control algorithms. Recent publications highlight advancements in magnetic gear performance analysis, axial flux motor design, and fault mitigation techniques. His contributions address gear ratio optimization, eccentricity effects, and the integration of wide-bandgap semiconductors for improved efficiency. Gardner’s research also explores carbon fiber composite rotors and novel resolver designs to enhance reliability in harsh environments. No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His lab collaborates on projects targeting electric aviation, wave energy converters, and lunar robotics, reflecting a blend of academic rigor and industry-relevant innovation.

• Rotor Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Vibration Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Mohamad R Askari is an Associate Professor at the Department of Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment, Kingston University. With over 30 years of experience in industry and academia, his expertise spans dynamics of machinery and structures, vibration monitoring, and pedagogical innovations in engineering education. He is a Chartered Engineer and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Qualifications : BSc, MSc, PhD His research focuses on rotor dynamics , modal testing , gyroscopic effects , and fault diagnosis in rotating machinery . He has pioneered blended learning initiatives and served as Course Director and Admissions Tutor for Aerospace Engineering programs. Dr Askari's publications (2011–2013) emphasize vibration analysis , system identification , and engineering software applications for structural health monitoring and safety design in rotating systems. Scientific Awards : Chartered Engineer, Senior Fellow of Higher Education Academy He also contributes to engineering education through innovative teaching methods and software development, as seen in his 1998 work on vibration analysis simulation tools.

• Aircraft Systems
• Planetary Robotics
• Finite Element Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andy Curley is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering within the School of Engineering at Kingston University. He is a chartered engineer with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and serves as both IET membership representative and IMechE membership representative at the university. Additionally, he currently acts as an external examiner for South Wales University and has previously examined at multiple institutions. His educational qualifications include: Doctorate in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College London Masters in Digital Electronics from King's College London Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education BSc in Electronics from Kent University Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) Diploma of the Imperial College (DIC) Dr. Curley's research focuses on aircraft systems, planetary robotics (particularly Mars rovers), finite element analysis for space applications, and control electronics. His work bridges aerospace engineering with biomechanics, evidenced by his supervision of Mars rover mobility research and application of modeling techniques to space vehicle design. His publication record from 1998-2012 reveals consistent interdisciplinary themes across aerospace, robotics, and materials science. Key trends include the integration of computational modeling for planetary exploration systems, fatigue analysis of advanced materials, and control algorithm development for aerospace applications. This body of work demonstrates sustained expertise in solving complex engineering problems through cross-disciplinary approaches. He has supervised four postgraduate research students in planetary mobility systems, electric propulsion, and network communications, funded through Knowledge Transfer Programme (KTP) grants where he served as lead academic for two airport services projects. These industry-academia partnerships enabled corporate product development through applied research.